How to Pronounce Achan
AH-kun
Achan is pronounced AH-kun (ˈeɪkæn): two syllables, stress on the first. Also heard: AY-kan.
What does Achan mean?
Achan means “or Achar, he that troubleth”.
Hitchcock’s Bible Names (1869), public domain.
Who was Achan?
Achan, son of Carmi of the tribe of Judah, took spoil from Jericho that had been devoted to destruction, bringing God's anger on all Israel (Joshua 7:1). After he was exposed and confessed, he was stoned in the valley of Achor (Joshua 7:20).
Also pronounced
AY-kan
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